Sylva Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMercer
Nearest CityEwing
River/StreamShabakunk Creek
Coordinates40.27112, -74.77292

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length475 ft
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge2,466 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerThe College of New Jersey
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/11/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00391
Federal IDNJ00391
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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